July 30, 2023 Saudi Arabia’s Ma’aden to acquire 10% of Brazil base metals firm Ma'aden, has agreed to acquire a 10% stake in Vale Base Metals, as part of a strategy to invest in global mining assets.
July 28, 2023 Saudi metals deal to test Canada’s new foreign investor rules Canada’s vow to curb foreign investment in its critical minerals sector will face its first major test with Saudi Arabia’s deal to buy into some of the country’s largest nickel…
July 27, 2023 Vale to sell 13% stake in base metals unit for $3.4 billion Vale Base Metals is expected to invest $25-30 billion in new projects across Brazil, Canada and Indonesia over the next decade.
July 27, 2023 Analysts mark down copper price forecasts as output ramps up Analysts have pared price forecasts for the metal as supply expands while demand in China remains muted.
July 27, 2023 Australia to add to priority critical minerals by year-end Minister Madeleine King said the government would prioritise support for critical minerals projects that underpin key technologies such as battery chemicals.
July 26, 2023 First Quantum starts output at Africa’s biggest nickel mine The Enterprise mine is expected to ramp up annual production to 32,000 tons of nickel over the next two years.
July 25, 2023 How clean is the nickel and lithium in a battery? The production of lithium and nickel can produce vastly different emissions profiles.
July 25, 2023 Indonesia plans incentives for EV makers, sets up meeting with BYD, Tesla Indonesia has been trying to attract EV makers to invest in the country, enticing them with its rich nickel reserves.
July 25, 2023 CATL’s profit soars 63% amid EV sales boom Record quarterly sales for top customer Tesla helped propel the Fujian-based company’s profit growth.
July 25, 2023 UN watchdog delays deep-sea mining to 2024 The Council of the International Seabed Authority ruled out any immediate permission for mining to begin.
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